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Q: How much does it cost for child care providers to use Sittercity?

Child care providers can create detailed profiles, search and apply to jobs, message with families, and book interviews for free on Sittercity. Providers have the option to pay for background checks to run on themselves to stand out to families. However, families can also offer to pay for background checks on providers as well.

Q: How much do in-home child care providers make?

According to the latest Sittercity data, nannies in the US typically charge $19.00 an hour and babysitters $17.50 an hour. But your hourly rate can vary significantly depending on the cost of living in your area, the duties and responsibilities in the job description, and your state’s minimum wage laws. There’s no perfect calculator to determine your rate, but it’s important to factor in everything you have to offer a family.

Q: Why are in-home child care taxes important?

There are a lot of risk factors with getting paid “off the books,” but there are also a lot of benefits to getting paid “on the books.” Those benefits include verifiable income, a legal employment history, unemployment benefits, social security and medicare benefits, and worker’s compensation.

Q: What career opportunities do I have as an in-home child care provider?

A nanny is a child care provider who has a regular work schedule with a family. There is a wide range of possibilities in the specifics of a nanny position and career. You could work part-time or full-time, live-in or out, temporary or ongoing for an extended amount of time. You could be an au pair, overnight nanny, or newborn care specialist. You could provide care through before-school or after-school activities or you could be a travel nanny. A babysitter is a child care provider who doesn’t have a regular work schedule with a family. There is a wide range of possibilities in the specifics of a babysitter position and career. Because your work with each family is part-time, you can work with multiple families at the same time. You could provide care through before-school or after-school activities or for nights or weekends when the family needs care.

Q: When do child care providers work?

Depending on the job responsibilities and schedules negotiated with the family, child care providers could work at any time. This includes in the morning, afternoon, evening, or at night. And on weekdays or on the weekend.

Q: How do child care providers find jobs?

On Sittercity, child care providers can browse jobs based on their zip code. They can craft their online resume by creating a detailed profile. They can apply to jobs, message with interested parents, and schedule interviews. Many providers will also negotiate a contract with families to make sure the details of the job are clear on both sides.

Q: What are things child care providers do with kids?

There are a lot of fun things that child care providers do with kids. Both indoor and outdoor activities, including arts and crafts projects, baking, sports, and field trips.

Q: How can child care providers make extra money?

There are a few ways that both nannies and babysitters can make some extra income. Nannies can be available for one-time sittings outside of their normal schedule for when families have date nights or meetings. They can also help to coordinate a nanny share with other families. In a nanny share, a nanny typically receives two-thirds of their hourly rate from each family, thereby increasing how much they make per hour. Babysitters can create relationships with more families to increase their opportunities to get hired for a sitting. Babysitters can also offer to care for kids on holidays so that the parents can celebrate on their own. Like on Valentine’s day.

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$18–20/hr
Marina, CA • 7 miles away

Seeking Caring Babysitter for One...

1 child

Babysitting

Weekly

7:30am - 2:30pm (flexible)

We are looking for a reliable babysitter to care for our 3 child. The schedule includes Mondays, Wednesday, and Fridays from 7:30 AM to 2:30 PM, February 2, 2026, with some flexibility on the starting date. The ideal candidate should have their own car and be comfortable with pets. Responsibilities... More

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$35–50/hr
Carmel by the Sea, CA • 18 miles away

Babysitter needed for 5 kids, ages toddler...

5+ children

Babysitting

One-time

Start date: 07/17

6:30pm - 9:30pm

Hello sitters! We need someone to watch our five kids on July 17th from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. The children are toddler, pre-school, and elementary school ages. This is an annual corporate meeting and would like kids watched with some activities. We don’t know exact amount of kids but shouldn’t be very... More

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$20–29/hr
Santa Cruz, CA • 23 miles away

Seeking babysitter for 2 preschool...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello, we’re looking for a babysitter to watch our two preschool children. The start date is flexible, but we hope to begin around February 5th. The job includes engaging the kids in activities, preparing simple meals, and ensuring a safe environment. A reliable car is necessary for outings and... More

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$25–29/hr
Santa Cruz, CA • 23 miles away

Afterschool help 2-3 days per week for 9...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

3:30pm - 6:30pm

We are looking for a reliable, friendly babysitter for our two girls ages 9 and 12. This job preferably starts on Wednesday February 4th, and would be mainly Wednesdays and one (or more if you wanted) other weekday from about 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM through the rest of the school year. Your main... More

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$25–29/hr
Aptos, CA • 17 miles away

Babysitter needed for two kids with...

2 children

Babysitting

Occasional

We're looking for a babysitter to watch two children, ages preschool and elementary. The start date is February 4th. You should be comfortable around pets, particularly a friendly labrador retriever, though no pet care is needed. Experience with special needs and multiples is important. You'll keep... More

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$25–29/hr
Santa Cruz, CA • 23 miles away

Dependable babysitter needed for 2 kids,...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

10:00am - 2:00pm (flexible)

Hi there! We’re looking for a reliable babysitter for our two children, who are an infant and a toddler. It will mainly be our toddler as I am home full time with our infant but will occasionally need you to help with the baby here and there as well.

The schedule is flexible, starting February 2nd,... More

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$26–30/hr
Hollister, CA • 20 miles away

Dependable Babysitter Needed for Infant,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello sitters! We’re looking for someone to help look after our infant. You’ll provide safe supervision, change diapers, and prepare simple meals. It’s important that you have a car for outings and errands. The start date is flexible, but we would like you to begin around March 18, 2026. If you... More

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$23–28/hr
San Martin, CA • 23 miles away

Looking for a babysitter for our daughter

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hello! We’re looking for a babysitter for our toddler. This job involves supervising playtime, preparing meals, and ensuring safety throughout the day.

The ideal candidate has experience with special needs (autism) and a reliable car for outings. The start date is flexible, but we’d like to... More

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$20–23/hr
San Martin, CA • 23 miles away

Assist with 1 Infant Starting January 17,...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi, my name is Delanie. I have a 3 month old son. I’m looking for an occasional sitter for when my sisters/ parents aren’t available so his dad and I can have a date night. This would usually be on Saturdays as that is when our usual babysitters are busy.

You would be responsible for naps and... More

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$15–22/hr
Monterey, CA • 15 miles away

Looking for a reliable babysitter for our...

1 child

Babysitting

Occasional

Hi, we're looking for a babysitter for our preschool child. This would be for occasional scenarios when we travel to the Monterey area to visit family. Our daughter is vivacious, fun, social, and loves to play, sing, draw, go on walks, etc.

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$23–27/hr
Salinas, CA • 13 miles away

Seeking Experienced Babysitter for Two...

2 children

Babysitting

Weekly

12:00am - 7:00am (flexible)

We are a warm, easy-going family looking for a reliable, caring nanny to support our 2 girls (ages 2 and 3) as our long-term nanny transitions out in mid-April.

We are hoping to start with a few transition days in February and March, with the goal of moving into a consistent, long-term schedule... More

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